Epilex Oral Solution
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Active composition
Sodium Valproate
How It Works
Sodium Valproate increases GABAergic neurotransmission, stabilizing neuronal excitability and reducing seizure activity.
Uses & Benefits
Medical applications
Epilex Oral Solution contains Sodium Valproate 200mg/5ml, an anticonvulsant agent indicated for the management of epilepsy and seizure disorders. It is primarily used to control various types of seizures, including generalized tonic-clonic, absence, myoclonic, and complex partial seizures. Sodium Valproate acts by increasing the availability of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, thereby stabilizing neuronal activity and preventing abnormal electrical discharges.
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Epilex Oral Solution is suitable for patients who require flexible dosing, including pediatric and adult populations, and is administered orally. The solution formulation allows for precise dose adjustments, facilitating individualized therapy. It is essential to adhere to prescribed dosages to minimize the risk of side effects, which may include gastrointestinal disturbances, tremors, weight gain, and, rarely, hepatotoxicity or pancreatitis.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests and blood counts is recommended during prolonged therapy. Epilex Oral Solution should be used with caution in patients with pre-existing liver disease or mitochondrial disorders. It is contraindicated during pregnancy unless clearly necessary due to potential teratogenic effects. Consultation with a healthcare professional is advised before initiating or discontinuing therapy to ensure optimal seizure control and patient safety.
Dosage & How to Use
Valproic Acid Derivative
Safety Advice
Important precautions
Side effects
Side-effect information is not available for this medicine. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
Epilex Oral Solution is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
High Risk
Pregnancy
Epilex Oral Solution is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Medical Advice
Driving
Epilex Oral Solution should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Epilex Oral Solution may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Exercise Caution
Breastfeeding
Epilex Oral Solution may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Consult Doctor
Kidney
Epilex Oral Solution should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Epilex Oral Solution may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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